Once it’s open to ‘other interested parties’, people will need to fork out $295,000 for the car, then about $9K each for the two parts packs.

Porsche says it also introduce a new class structure for 2018.

The Elite Class is now divided into Pro-Am and Am, though the existing ‘Outright’ class for professional drivers stays.

Porsche director of PR and motorsport Paul Ellis says a mix of pro and semi-pro drivers is essential for the Cup series to work as a customer-focused sport.

“As well as providing a level playing field for the best professional drivers to showcase their talent we also need to make the series appealing for the semi-pros which form the backbone of Carrera Cup in Australia.”

The addition of a Bosch anti-lock braking system sees the return of the driver aid to Carrera Cup Australia since the 2005 season.